Read My Mind: Psychology Podcasts to Add to Your Playlist

Psychology is a fascinating and layered science, constantly in flux with new information and approaches. Life University Psychology students would be wise to find different ways to remain abreast of the latest work and developments in their chosen field. Podcasts are an easy and enjoyable way to do just that. Check out these popular psychology podcasts touching on a vast range of topics.

The Practice of the Practice- For many people considering any kind of patient-focused field, often the business side of that endeavor is skimmed over, yet it is a daily concern that must be properly managed. Podcast host Joe Sanok and his episodes serve as a good introduction for students interested in counseling and therapy for how to form their own private practices. The podcast navigates financial, cultural and social speed bumps that professionals likely face in new business ventures such as these. Learn about solo practice versus group practice, insurance versus private pay formats, and how to market oneself well. And for a fun read delving into the mind and the business of a prominent therapist, pick up a copy of “Maybe You Should Talk To Someone: A Therapist, HER Therapist, and Our Lives Revealed” by Lori Gottlieb.
The Psych Files- Host Michael Britt is a Doctor of Philosophy in Psychology who has hosted his long-running podcast since 2007. He walks listeners through psychology concepts as they apply to well-loved culture, comedy, crime and modern tech. It’s a great real-world extension from what might be gleaned in the classroom in a standard collegiate psychology class.hLandmark Recovery Radio- For those committed to serving in addiction recovery and treatment, Landmark Recovery Radio seeks to disprove common addiction myths through interviews with individuals in recovery, mental health experts and rehabilitation center administration.
Therapy for Black Girls– Hosted by Dr. Joy Harden Bradford, a licensed psychologist based in Atlanta, this weekend podcast bestows expert advice focused on explorations of mental health, personal development and all-important self-care. Tune in for relevant and practical strategies and tips peppered with psychological research and pop culture references for diverse population sets, but most especially black women.
The Happiness Lab- What truly is happiness? What does it mean to be happy? Dr. Laurie Santos, a popular psychology professor at Yale University, debunks happiness myths with scientific studies and research. The podcast relates the research in context to current events and pop culture, such as issues related to racial disparity, superhero movies and how the COVID-19 pandemic affected mental health.
The Hidden Brain- This NPR podcast is hosted by Shankar Vendantam and connects prominent research from scholars and scientistS in psychology with expertise in many respected cross fields such as economics, sociology and anthropology. It’s something of a sneak peek into human behavioral patterns, which are often unconscious in nature.